Actual semantic practice frequently violates logical canons of concept combination

Evidence

It is important to understand that this serves as the baseline, default interpretation of a concept+/adjective. However, actual semantic, linguistic practice does not always conform to the canons of logic. I would like to examine some ways in which this can happen. — Gary Goertz, Social Science Concepts, 518

Categorization

• SEED: Essay angle: where everyday language silently overrides formal logic, and why that matters for social-science measurement.